A Seat at the Table | IT in AV

In this edition of IT in AV, James King takes a closer look at one of the most common frustrations in technology leadership: being treated as an afterthought. Inspired by the premise of Silo, this article explores why IT teams are often left out of planning conversations despite supporting nearly every aspect of modern operations, and what technology professionals can do to become more visible, proactive partners within their organizations. Read More

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August 13, 2026

85: Jamison Vandenberg Joins the brAVe [space] | brAVe [space]

What does it take to build the next generation of AV professionals? Jamison Vandenberg joins brAVe [space] to talk about bringing students into AV, building confidence through hands-on experience, and helping them discover where their strengths can take them. Read More

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August 12, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Teiko Johnson | Prism Spotlight

With more than 25 years of experience in audiovisual technology and leadership, Teiko Johnson, Senior Audio Visual Manager at Morehouse School of Medicine, has built a career focused on supporting learning environments, mentoring others, and advancing technology services across higher education. As a 2026 Prism Scholar, Johnson is eager to expand his leadership skills, connect with peers across the AV community, and continue advocating for mentorship, representation, and professional growth within the industry. Read More

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August 10, 2026

346: In the Heat of Summer–From Classrooms to Coaching Sports | The AV Life Podcast

Recorded on August 4, 2026 This week’s AV Life heats up as storms continue to wreak havoc on life and projects across the nation. Tim Van Woeart, Murphy Daley, Renee Benson, Brandy Johnson, James King, and guest Steve Borho discuss the pressures of late-summer AV work in higher education. Murphy shares a project-management reminder: focus... Read More

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August 10, 2026

My Take : The HETMA Roadshow at SUNY Buffalo

The Buffalo HETMA Roadshow delivered impressive classrooms, insightful presentations, and plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues from across higher education. From Buffalo's approach to learning space documentation and classroom standardization to its work around space utilization and planning, the event provided a closer look at how intentional processes can create long-term success. More importantly, it reinforced that the strongest technology environments are built on a foundation of people, relationships, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Read More

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August 7, 2026

Leveraging AI to Make AV More Human | Business of AV with Joe Way

AI has the potential to make AV more human by allowing technology to understand what people are trying to accomplish and adapt around them. When intelligent systems remove friction, personalize experiences, and connect AV across the enterprise, technology stops demanding attention and starts helping people connect, teach, create, and collaborate. Read More

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